Cross-party politicians condemn the plot at an emergency session of parliament

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By Gerry Holt and Roland Hughes

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Posted at 18:00 16 Jul 201618:00 16 Jul 2016

Failed Turkey coup: A summary of today's key developments

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That's all from us for now, so we'll leave you with a summary of today's key developments:

Turkey's Prime Minister Binaldi Yildirim has declared last night's failed coup attempt over, calling it a "black stain" on the country's democracy and promising harsh punishment for those involved

The president’s bureau has put the total death toll at 265, including 161 civilians and 104 coup "plotters"

Some 3,000 soldiers - two high level generals reportedly among them - have been detained

Hundreds of judges across the country have been dismissed

Politicians from across the political divide have united in condemnation of the coup at an emergency session of parliament in Ankara

The Greek authorities say a Turkish military helicopter landed in Greece this morning and eight people on board, reported to include some of those behind the coup, have requested political asylum. Turkey says it expects the men to be sent back

American diplomats say the Turkish authorities have sealed off the Incirlik air base in the south of the country, which is used by the US in the fight against militants in Syria

Watch: Cars 'flock' Istanbul roads

Latest images from around the country following attempted coup

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Supporters of President Erdogan wait for him to appear for a speech outside his residence in IstanbulImage caption: Supporters of President Erdogan wait for him to appear for a speech outside his residence in Istanbul

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People stand on top of an abandoned armoured vehicle outside the presidential palace in AnkaraImage caption: People stand on top of an abandoned armoured vehicle outside the presidential palace in Ankara

Obama urges Turkey to 'act within rule of law'

A statement just released by the White House says President Obama has reiterated the United States' "unwavering support for the democratically-elected, civilian government of Turkey".

It adds:

Quote Message: While we have no indications as of yet that Americans were killed or injured in the violence, the president and his team lamented the loss of life and registered the vital need for all parties in Turkey to act within the rule of law and to avoid actions that would lead to further violence or instability.

While we have no indications as of yet that Americans were killed or injured in the violence, the president and his team lamented the loss of life and registered the vital need for all parties in Turkey to act within the rule of law and to avoid actions that would lead to further violence or instability.

Quote Message: The president also underscored the shared challenges that will require continued Turkish cooperation, including our joint efforts against terrorism.

The president also underscored the shared challenges that will require continued Turkish cooperation, including our joint efforts against terrorism.

Update on Incirlik air base

The US embassy in Ankara earlier confirmed that power was off at the Incirlik air base in Turkey, from where it launches its raids on the Islamic State group, also known as ISIL.

Here's the latest update from Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook:

Quote Message: The Turkish government has closed its airspace to military aircraft, and as a result air operations at Incirlik Air Base have been halted at this time. US officials are working with the Turks to resume air operations there as soon as possible. In the meantime, US Central Command is adjusting flight operations in the counter-ISIL campaign to minimize any effects on the campaign. US facilities at Incirlik are operating on internal power sources and a loss of commercial power to the base has not affected base operations."

The Turkish government has closed its airspace to military aircraft, and as a result air operations at Incirlik Air Base have been halted at this time. US officials are working with the Turks to resume air operations there as soon as possible. In the meantime, US Central Command is adjusting flight operations in the counter-ISIL campaign to minimize any effects on the campaign. US facilities at Incirlik are operating on internal power sources and a loss of commercial power to the base has not affected base operations."

The view in Taksim Square: 'What is happening to our country?'

A bright summer's day in central Istanbul, though far from normality...

In Taksim Square, where the heart of this city beats, there is a group of people wrapped up in Turkish flags, shouting "God is great!" in protest at the coup attempt and in support of the government.

This place would normally be packed with tourists, street musicians and people out shopping or having a drink in one of the many bars. Now it feels edgy, angry and sad.

"What is happening to our country?" asks an old man. "Brothers are up in arms against each other,” meaning the clashes between the coup-plotting soldiers and the security forces loyal to President Erdogan’s government.

"I fear there will be more bloodshed. Do you think we will be like Syria?" he asks.

First pictures from extraordinary session of parliament

The extraordinary session of parliament opened with a minute's silence, followed by the national anthem.

The leaders of each party made speeches, along with a joint declaration condemning the attempted coup.

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General Hulusi Akar, who was held by the rebels and later rescued, appeared at the extraordinary session of parliamentImage caption: General Hulusi Akar, who was held by the rebels and later rescued, appeared at the extraordinary session of parliament

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Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said all four parties had agreed on a measures to stop possible coups in the futureImage caption: Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said all four parties had agreed on a measures to stop possible coups in the future

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Mr Yildirim is applauded as he arrives in the building, in Ankara, which was attacked by tanks and aircraft overnight. Politicians spent the night there in sheltersImage caption: Mr Yildirim is applauded as he arrives in the building, in Ankara, which was attacked by tanks and aircraft overnight. Politicians spent the night there in shelters

Turkish PM thanks politicians for their solidarity after coup attempt

Selin Gerit

BBC, Istanbul

The prime minister, speaking in parliament, said this could be an extraordinary moment for Turkish politics, speaking of the solidarity seen among parties across the political spectrum following the coup.

He thanked them for their solidarity, for their courage, for not leaving the parliament, and said they would present an example for democracy around the world.

Reports: Most senior accused officer is arrested

BBC Monitoring

Reports are emerging in the Turkish media that the Commander of the Second Army - part of the Land Forces of the Turkish Armed Forces - General Adem Huduti has been detained alongside a number of senior officers of the Second Army in connection with the coup attempt.

If true, Gen Huduti might be the most senior active officer involved. Earlier, media reported on the arrest of another senior commander, Akin Ozturk, but it's emerged he was already retired.